Organizational Change Management Consultant

Job Title Organizational Change Management

Location New Brunswick, NJ

Job Description

Client is seeking an experienced and passionate Organizational Change Manager to guide our organization through transformative change initiatives. This pivotal role will be responsible for developing and implementing effective change management strategies that ensure smooth transitions, maximize employee adoption, minimize resistance, and ultimately drive successful outcomes aligned with current values of putting people first, caring fiercely, earning trust with science, and solving with courage.

Responsibilities

• Lead Change Initiatives: Drive the implementation of change initiatives related to business processes, technologies, and organizational structures.
• Develop Change Strategies: Design and execute comprehensive change management strategies and plans, leveraging methodologies like ADKAR or Kotter's 8-Step Process.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Identify key stakeholders, assess their needs, and develop tailored communication and engagement plans to foster understanding and buy-in for change initiatives.
• Impact Assessment & Mitigation: Conduct thorough impact assessments to identify potential risks and resistance points, developing mitigation strategies to ensure smooth transitions.
• Communication & Training: Develop and deliver effective communication plans and training programs (including workshops and training sessions) tailored to various audiences, ensuring clarity and transparency around the change initiatives and providing employees with the skills and knowledge to adapt.
• Leadership Coaching: Provide direct support and coaching to senior leaders, executives, people managers, and supervisors to help them effectively lead their teams through transitions and fulfill their roles as change sponsors and advocates.
• Collaboration & Integration: Collaborate with project managers, IT, HR, and other cross-functional teams to integrate change management activities seamlessly into project plans and ensure alignment across the organization.
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Define and measure success metrics and monitor change progress, evaluating the effectiveness of change initiatives and making adjustments as needed.
• Continuous Improvement: Continuously refine change management methodologies and tools based on feedback and best practices, promoting a culture of learning and adaptability.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Organizational Development, or Human Resources.
• Experience in leading and implementing change initiatives.
• Understanding of change management principles and methodologies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Change management certification.
• Experience in a leadership role or with project management approaches.
• Experience with technology-driven change or digital transformation.
• Acute business acumen.
• Knowledge of learning management systems (LMS) and HRIS platforms.